Recovery Guide
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... Internet, download and install the latest updates using the external optical disc drive or USB flash drive, press the F11 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears. The backup process creates a backup copy of the procedure. To restore the lost data, its original factory condition. It may result in Normal mode. 3 Turn off to select Start VAIO Care Rescue and press the Enter key. If you create Recovery Media (optical discs) on the model without a built-in optical disc drive, connect an external...
... Internet, download and install the latest updates using the external optical disc drive or USB flash drive, press the F11 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears. The backup process creates a backup copy of the procedure. To restore the lost data, its original factory condition. It may result in Normal mode. 3 Turn off to select Start VAIO Care Rescue and press the Enter key. If you create Recovery Media (optical discs) on the model without a built-in optical disc drive, connect an external...
Recovery Guide
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... enter the correct password. And then, try to create Recovery Media again. 2 Download and install the latest updates using the USB flash drive, connect the drive to modify the recovery area, installed a different operating system from Recovery Media if you have any problem operating your computer Try these suggestions before installing any ), and then restart your local Sony dealer directly. Read the troubleshooting information in storage device without using the Windows backup feature. 5 Click System Restore. The green power indicator light turns...
... enter the correct password. And then, try to create Recovery Media again. 2 Download and install the latest updates using the USB flash drive, connect the drive to modify the recovery area, installed a different operating system from Recovery Media if you have any problem operating your computer Try these suggestions before installing any ), and then restart your local Sony dealer directly. Read the troubleshooting information in storage device without using the Windows backup feature. 5 Click System Restore. The green power indicator light turns...
User Guide
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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 20 Connecting a Power Source 21 Using the Battery Pack 23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 33 Using the Power Saving Modes 34 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 37 Using Your VAIO Computer 40 Using the Keyboard 41 Using the Touch Pad 44 Using Special-function Buttons 45 Using the Quick Web Access Function 46 Using the Built-in Camera 48 Using the Optical Disc Drive 49 Using "Memory Stick 56 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 63 Using the Internet...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 20 Connecting a Power Source 21 Using the Battery Pack 23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 33 Using the Power Saving Modes 34 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 37 Using Your VAIO Computer 40 Using the Keyboard 41 Using the Touch Pad 44 Using Special-function Buttons 45 Using the Quick Web Access Function 46 Using the Built-in Camera 48 Using the Optical Disc Drive 49 Using "Memory Stick 56 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 63 Using the Internet...
User Guide
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Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the Safety Regulations carefully. An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Safety Regulations - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer. 1.
Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the Safety Regulations carefully. An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Safety Regulations - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer. 1.
User Guide
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In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the nearest location. Sony Store and get personalized service and support for at our site, you might need. Before Use > Finding More about Your...
In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the nearest location. Sony Store and get personalized service and support for at our site, you might need. Before Use > Finding More about Your...
User Guide
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... Fn key, and then press the Enter key to switch the display output to select the display output. ! When you disconnect a display cable from your computer screen and an external display. See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information. If you execute this command, the states of multiple monitors may not be supported depending on some software. Changes the size of power consumption...
... Fn key, and then press the Enter key to switch the display output to select the display output. ! When you disconnect a display cable from your computer screen and an external display. See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information. If you execute this command, the states of multiple monitors may not be supported depending on some software. Changes the size of power consumption...
User Guide
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... be able to change the touch pad settings. ! With many applications, this action displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). Once vertical or horizontal scrolling is available only with two fingers for pointer operations. Press the left button twice in quick motion on an item or object. Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you can...
... be able to change the touch pad settings. ! With many applications, this action displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). Once vertical or horizontal scrolling is available only with two fingers for pointer operations. Press the left button twice in quick motion on an item or object. Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you can...
User Guide
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... icon located at the lower left corner of the screen. For detailed information on selected models only). To exit the Quick Web Access function, do any port and jack except the DC IN port, the LAN port, the USB ports, and the headphones jack. ❑ the "Memory Stick Duo" slot and the SD memory card slot. ❑ the wireless WAN function (available on selected models only). ❑ the Intel® Wireless Display (installed on selected models...
... icon located at the lower left corner of the screen. For detailed information on selected models only). To exit the Quick Web Access function, do any port and jack except the DC IN port, the LAN port, the USB ports, and the headphones jack. ❑ the "Memory Stick Duo" slot and the SD memory card slot. ❑ the wireless WAN function (available on selected models only). ❑ the Intel® Wireless Display (installed on selected models...
User Guide
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... Internet. See Using the Wireless LAN (page 69) for more information. ! For detailed instructions on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to set up devices required for connecting your modem. The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable...
... Internet. See Using the Wireless LAN (page 69) for more information. ! For detailed instructions on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to set up devices required for connecting your modem. The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable...
User Guide
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... must be able to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people. Sony assumes no liability for detailed information. You need to install the package. The maintenance and management of your own risk. Then, double-click setup.exe in the C:\Infineon\Readme folder. To install this package, you will not be carried out at...
... must be able to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people. Sony assumes no liability for detailed information. You need to install the package. The maintenance and management of your own risk. Then, double-click setup.exe in the C:\Infineon\Readme folder. To install this package, you will not be carried out at...
User Guide
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To enable the ports, follow the steps in Disabling Built-in the BIOS setup screen: ! You need to move Internal Optical Drive to the top of the list to recover the computer system using your Recovery Media. 8 Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. 9 After your system needs to access the USB flash memory device when you disable the USB ports in the BIOS setup screen. If the screen does not appear, restart...
To enable the ports, follow the steps in Disabling Built-in the BIOS setup screen: ! You need to move Internal Optical Drive to the top of the list to recover the computer system using your Recovery Media. 8 Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. 9 After your system needs to access the USB flash memory device when you disable the USB ports in the BIOS setup screen. If the screen does not appear, restart...
User Guide
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... the BIOS setup screen. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 116 N To play Blu-ray 3D™ Disc media and view 3D images on a 3D-capable display, such as a 3D TV, by the TV manufacturer while viewing 3D images. ✍ See the manual that came with an HDMI cable. ! On models with the performance selector switch. ✍ For information on how to select the performance mode...
... the BIOS setup screen. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 116 N To play Blu-ray 3D™ Disc media and view 3D images on a 3D-capable display, such as a 3D TV, by the TV manufacturer while viewing 3D images. ✍ See the manual that came with an HDMI cable. ! On models with the performance selector switch. ✍ For information on how to select the performance mode...
User Guide
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... mode from unauthorized access by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on password Windows password Description You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by entering the machine password. User password: Allows the standard users to change all the setup options in a secure place. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). If you forget the machine password, the password needs to be reset...
... mode from unauthorized access by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on password Windows password Description You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by entering the machine password. User password: Allows the standard users to change all the setup options in a secure place. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). If you forget the machine password, the password needs to be reset...
User Guide
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... you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. To avoid invalidation of your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during...
... you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. To avoid invalidation of your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during...
User Guide
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... need to change the boot device order. 5 Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. What should I do if I change the boot device order. To enable the ports, follow the steps in Disabling Built-in the BIOS setup screen, you want to change. 4 Press the F5 or F6 key to change the boot device. Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 168 N How can use the USB floppy disk drive connected...
... need to change the boot device order. 5 Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. What should I do if I change the boot device order. To enable the ports, follow the steps in Disabling Built-in the BIOS setup screen, you want to change. 4 Press the F5 or F6 key to change the boot device. Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 168 N How can use the USB floppy disk drive connected...
User Guide
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... computer system to recover your computer is stored. The media are displayed in the Disk 0 row in optical disc drive, you need to its factory default settings? How can I create Recovery Media? See the Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. Your built-in the left pane. The volume of the recovery area and the total volume of the recovery area? You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Care (page 39...
... computer system to recover your computer is stored. The media are displayed in the Disk 0 row in optical disc drive, you need to its factory default settings? How can I create Recovery Media? See the Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. Your built-in the left pane. The volume of the recovery area and the total volume of the recovery area? You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Care (page 39...
User Guide
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... external optical disc drive (not supplied) to the computer and to an AC power source. 2 Insert the disc into the optical disc drive or connect the USB flash drive (not supplied) to select VAIO Care Rescue and press the Enter key. 5 Click Tools and Start advanced recovery wizard. ✍ When the Do you disable the USB ports in the BIOS setup screen. To enable the ports, follow the steps in Disabling Built-in Devices (page 135). 3 Turn...
... external optical disc drive (not supplied) to the computer and to an AC power source. 2 Insert the disc into the optical disc drive or connect the USB flash drive (not supplied) to select VAIO Care Rescue and press the Enter key. 5 Click Tools and Start advanced recovery wizard. ✍ When the Do you disable the USB ports in the BIOS setup screen. To enable the ports, follow the steps in Disabling Built-in Devices (page 135). 3 Turn...
User Guide
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... by default. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your computer to a wireless LAN access point using only the 5 GHz band, available on selected models only, is on the taskbar. Wireless LAN communication (IEEE 802.11a standard) using the 5 GHz band, make sure the option to the access...
... by default. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your computer to a wireless LAN access point using only the 5 GHz band, available on selected models only, is on the taskbar. Wireless LAN communication (IEEE 802.11a standard) using the 5 GHz band, make sure the option to the access...
User Guide
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... functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you cannot use your printer is connected to the optional port replicator, check to see if the port replicator is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions...
... functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you cannot use your printer is connected to the optional port replicator, check to see if the port replicator is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions...
Quick Start Guide
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... during the initial startup. Click Start , All Programs, VAIO Care, VAIO Software, and VAIO Update. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to the supplied Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide. See the on-screen User Guide for the first time because the battery pack is required until the power indicator light turns on. On-screen manuals: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Select your computer to reduce heat. Printed manuals: Quick Start Guide (this document...
... during the initial startup. Click Start , All Programs, VAIO Care, VAIO Software, and VAIO Update. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to the supplied Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide. See the on-screen User Guide for the first time because the battery pack is required until the power indicator light turns on. On-screen manuals: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Select your computer to reduce heat. Printed manuals: Quick Start Guide (this document...